Parking Lot Improvement

Baraga Area Schools in Baraga County, Michigan, is seeking bids for a comprehensive parking lot improvement project scheduled for implementation between August 28, 2025, and August 21, 2026. The procurement involves removing and replacing the existing Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) parking lot, adding new HMA parking in the northeast corner of the site, replacing a 36-inch culvert, and installing new LED site lighting. Bidders must submit detailed qualifications and a bid form with a comprehensive schedule of values covering mobilization, storm sewer pipes, aggregate base, bituminous pavement, concrete sidewalks, and electrical work. The project will be awarded as a Stipulated Sum single-prime contract using AIA Agreement A105-2017, with bids due on August 28, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site walkthrough is scheduled for August 7, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the project site. Bidding documents are available for purchase, with paper copies priced at $100 and electronic copies at $50. Bidders are required to provide bid security, and the bid must remain valid for 45 days after submission.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit comprehensive qualifications for approval, indicating a competitive selection process. The project will be executed by U.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc., who prepared the detailed engineering design documents and technical specifications. The design includes extensive technical requirements for site planning, utility coordination, grading, storm sewer management, electrical infrastructure, and ADA accessibility. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving complete parking lot reconstruction, new infrastructure, drainage systems, and electrical upgrades—suggests a significant capital investment. The owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, maintaining flexibility in the procurement process. The project emphasizes technical precision, with detailed plans for site reconfiguration, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and infrastructure performance requirements.